Walmart Connect news and trends

Amazon Launches Retail Ad Service to Compete With Walmart Connect
Retail // January 16, 2025

Amazon has launched its Retail Ad Service, a new platform designed to help retailers easily incorporate targeted advertising into their digital storefronts. Powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), the service allows retailers to display ads on product, search and browse pages, while purchases are completed...

Walmart Wraps $2.3 Billion Vizio Purchase to Bolster Retail Media 
Walmart // December 03, 2024

Walmart has completed its $2.3 billion purchase of smart television maker Vizio. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

Walmart and Amazon Turn to NFL to Score Holiday Shoppers
Retail // November 29, 2024

This Thanksgiving, football fans won’t just be watching the game — they’ll be shopping it. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter,...

Walmart and Amazon Step Up the Race for Digital Ad Spending
Retail // August 02, 2024

As Walmart and Amazon look to boost their margins through digital media sales, the two retail giants are sweetening the deal for potential advertisers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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Amazon Launches Retail Ad Service to Compete With Walmart Connect

January 16, 2025
Amazon has launched its Retail Ad Service, a new platform designed to help retailers easily incorporate targeted advertising into their digital storefronts. Powered by Amazon Web Services (AWS), the service allows retailers to display ads on product, search and browse pages, while purchases are completed on their own websites. Get the Full Story Complete the […]

Walmart and Amazon Turn to NFL to Score Holiday Shoppers

November 29, 2024
This Thanksgiving, football fans won’t just be watching the game — they’ll be shopping it. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...

Walmart Teams With Disney in Race Against Amazon for Streamers’ Spending

May 10, 2024
As retail behemoths Amazon and Walmart compete for consumers’ spending, both are turning to video streaming ads to open up new sales opportunities and drive conversion. Get the Full Story...

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Walmart Eliminating Roles on Technology and eCommerce Fulfillment Teams

May 21, 2025
Walmart plans to cut 1,500 corporate jobs in its technology, eCommerce fulfillment and advertising operations, The Wall Street Journal reported Thursday (May 21), citing unnamed sources. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily […]

Walmart Wraps $2.3 Billion Vizio Purchase to Bolster Retail Media 

December 03, 2024
Walmart has completed its $2.3 billion purchase of smart television maker Vizio. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

Walmart to Refile Forms About Proposed Vizio Acquisition Friday

March 29, 2024
Walmart expects to refile forms about its planned acquisition of smart television maker Vizio Friday (March 29). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

Walmart to Enhance Media Business With $2.3 Billion Vizio Acquisition

February 20, 2024
Walmart and smart television maker Vizio entered into an agreement for Walmart to acquire Vizio for $2.3 billion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...